What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shift Leader Production - Arlington Plant position at Smurfit Westrock in Dallas, TX?
GENERAL PURPOSE: This is a position within a recycling facility that is responsible for overseeing the production floor, designating co-workers to specified areas and promoting a safe environment. This position requires constant communication with co-workers to ensure the tasks at hand are carried out accordingly. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, but a general summary; other duties may be assigned.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Lead co-workers to include schedules, training, productivity, and escalate the need for corrective actions when necessary
- Oversee the daily production schedule, including overseeing floor
- Help facilitate morning meetings in conjunction with fellow co-workers which should include a daily safety topic(s), inbound/outbound loads, production schedule, etc.
- Be knowledgeable of balers, conveyors, forklifts, and loaders
- Assist the maintenance department in troubleshooting equipment
- Help operators in regard to efficiency and help them achieve the optimum throughput for the equipment
- Responsible for ensuring quality systems are in place and comply with customer specifications
- Oversee production of inbound material on a timely basis per schedule
- Create and maintain a strong safety culture
- On the production floor several hours throughout the day to ensure safety, quality, and production goals are being met
- Fill-in on equipment when co-workers are absent
- Oversee the organization of the workspace and tools to increase efficiency
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or G.E.D. is strongly preferred.
- Must have ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondences, and memos.
- Preferred experience in overseeing / managing a group of co-workers
- Must have ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules / training.
- Must have ability to perform basic arithmetic skills (addition, subtraction, fractions, etc.)
- Must have the ability to multi-task with various interruptions.
- Must have basic computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outloook, etc.)
- Must be able to maintain good attendance.
- Be knowledgeable of all rolling stock associated with designated facility, including but not limited to forklifts, front-end loaders, and skid steers
- Forklift experience required
- OSHA training is a plus
- Recycling experience is a plus
- Bilingual (English-Spanish) is a plus
- Willing to work the hours needed to complete the daily tasks
- Excellent communication skills
- Must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.